Wildlife Tech

Ready for your next career opportunity? At Northwest Exterminating, we’re dedicated to creating extraordinary experiences and growth opportunities for our team. Whether you're experienced or not, we offer comprehensive training to help you succeed!

Responsibilities

• Build strong connections with internal and external customers, creating “Customers for Life.”
• Provide wildlife exclusion services and animal removal at customer locations. Set up exclusion traps, cut flashing, and form hardware cloth to specifications.
• Work safely on rooftops and use a safety harness when needed.
• Perform basic repairs in areas damaged by animals using tools, sheet metal, and screening.
• Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding wildlife exclusion and removal.
• Follow a service schedule within your assigned territory, ensuring safe and timely visits.
• Educate customers on wildlife services, and work to meet or exceed monthly sales goals.
• Partner with internal teams such as customer service, sales, and management to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of your work, including handling company equipment and vehicles.
• Adhere to the NORTHWEST WAY, upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• No prior experience necessary!
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to work in the field independently and manage route-based assignments

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to safely operate a company vehicle for extended periods.
• Travel may include short stops or longer routes between counties or service areas.
• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
• Able to lift and move ladders larger than 32 foot, and climb 60 feet
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, roof tops, etc.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions

Pay

Starting Rate: $18-$20/HR

Benefits

• Competitive pay, a company vehicle, and a company cell phone.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Industry-leading, quality training program.

About the role

Outdoor, Independent Work: Say goodbye to being stuck at a desk! As a Wildlife Technician, you’ll be on the move—working independently and directly interacting with customers in your community. You’ll help protect homes, businesses, and families while growing your career with clear advancement opportunities.

Training & Support: We provide top-tier training to set you up for success. No prior experience? We’ve got you covered! You’ll start with comprehensive training and quickly take the lead with your own customers.

Strong Team Community: Northwest Exterminating is about building lasting relationships—both with our teammates and the communities we serve. Our employees give back through our Good Deeds Team and more!

With over 70 years of experience and continuous growth across the Southeast, we offer a stable work environment to advance your career. Recognized as one of Atlanta’s Top Workplaces, Northwest’s family-oriented culture ensures you feel welcome and supported.